Better Health Gateshead

14/09/2026

If you need a little advice and support, visit the HUB of Hope to find local services offering support to young people and adults near you 👇

13/09/2026

Are you feeling anxious or overwhelmed?

Talk silently and anonymously to a mental health professional by texting the word ‘CALMER’ to 85258.

Shout offers free, confidential support by text message, 24/7.

12/09/2026

Some believe you can tell if you have high blood pressure because you'll feel symptoms.

Unfortunately, this isn't true and often people don’t show any signs or symptoms. The only way to know if you have high blood pressure is to have a blood pressure check.

You can get a free check from most pharmacies, your GP and our Community Healthy Heart Champions. Find out more 👇

11/09/2026

Have you visited our Community Health Heart Champions yet?

Show your heart some love by regularly checking your blood pressure and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. This can help prevent high blood pressure (hypertension), a condition that can significantly increase the risk of heart disease and stroke

Speak to a champion today 👇

10/09/2026

Remembering all those lost to su***de and thinking of the survivors and families affected

10/09/2026

Your heart deserves your attention.

Show your heart some love by making healthy choices

For brief advice and to check your blood pressure visit one of our Community Healthy Hearts Champions 👇

10/09/2026

For local help and support please visit the Gateshead Sexual Health service website: https://www.gatesheads*xualhealth.co.uk/

It's time to talk about the elephant in the room!🐘

Yeah, we're talking safer s*x!

PROTECT YOURSELF against STIs like chlamydia and gonorrhoea.

If you've had s*x without a condom – GET TESTED❗

For free testing, condoms and confidential safe s*x advice visit the link in the comments👇

09/09/2026

My gran has high blood pressure so no matter what I do Ill get it to!

While a family history increases your risk, you can still take proactive steps to prevent or manage it through lifestyle changes like a healthy diet, regular exercise, maintaining a healthy weight, and managing stress.

Help look after your heart and visit one of our Community Healthy Hearts Champions for brief advice and to check your blood pressure👇

09/09/2026

At 8pm on , 10th September, join us in lighting a candle to show your support for su***de prevention, to remember a loved one and for the survivors of su***de.

08/09/2026

Build your confidence and learn how to have a conversation of hope with someone you may be worried is struggling at the moment

Zero Su***de Alliance Su***de Awareness Training is a short, free, online course that can be taken by anyone who wants to learn basic su***de awareness and prevention skills.

Learn more 👇